Shari Lewis
American ventriloquist and puppeteer (1933–1998) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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For the Canadian television personality and film director, see Sharon Lewis. For another actress, see Sharon Pierre-Louis.
Shari Lewis (born Phyllis Naomi Hurwitz; January 17, 1933 – August 2, 1998) was a Peabody-winning American ventriloquist, puppeteer, children's entertainer, television show host, dancer, singer, actress, author, and symphony conductor.[1] She famously created and performed the sock puppet Lamb Chop for Captain Kangaroo in March 1956.
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Born | Phyllis Naomi Hurwitz (1933-01-17)January 17, 1933 New York City, U.S. |
Died | August 2, 1998(1998-08-02) (aged 65) Los Angeles, California, U.S. |
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Years active | 1952–1998 |
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Children | Mallory Tarcher |
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